When the gavel came down to start this year’s session of the Michigan legislature, it was evident that those in power positions had changed.
Democracy in America articles
This Democracy in America archive has all our articles about election reform in the United States. The section is meant to encourage discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of the election system and help you build new ideas for the future. Be sure to check out our main section on American democracy as well.
Public Funding Can Dilute Big Money Influence On California Politics
Implementing a matching funds program or a democracy dollars program is estimated to increase the number of people who run for office.
NY Can Boost Voter Turnout With This Single Change
Current low voter turnout rates concentrate power in the hands of too few constituents, which results in less accountability.
Trump Calls For Election Of Principals By School Parents
Former President Donald Trump launched a fired-up culture war… at American classrooms, calling… for certification of “patriotic teachers.
Enfranchising Voters In Washington State Jails Face Local Pushback
Washington State…allocated $2.5 million for grants to counties wishing to ease ballot access to a group of people who are eligible to vote.
George Santos, Sam Bankman-Fried, and Citizens United
Ahead of 13th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision…, Washington was rocked by two…campaign finance scandals.
Bill Looks To Remove Straight Party Voting From Oklahoma
Senate Bill 568,…by Democratic State Senator Mary Boren looks to amend parts of Oklahoma law, removing the straight party option.
Signature Drive Begins To Rid Alaska Of Ranked Voting
Alaska Lt. Gov. certified an application for petition that, if successful, would get rid of…ranked choice voting…and non-partisan primary.
Why We Need Civics Education
Only through recounting their history have Jews been able to preserve their identity. America is in grave danger with civics education sidelined.
How ChatGPT Hijacks Democracy
Launched just weeks ago, ChatGPT already poses a threat to how we draft everyday communications like emails, college essays, etc.